Obituaries

Jul 6, 2025

Patty Lou McFarland, born May 21, 1944, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2025, surrounded by the people she loved most. She was 81.

Patty lived a life rooted in love, kindness, and quiet strength. She cared deeply for everyone around her, always putting others first. Truly, she was the most unselfish person you could ever meet—offering...

Jul 4, 2025

Alexandria (Burlenski) Burdock, 77, of St. Clairsville passed away Friday, July 4, 2025, at Wheeling Hospital surrounded by her family.  She was born February 6, 1948, in Martins Ferry, the daughter of the late Alex and Mary (Grill) Burlenski.

She retired from Woodland Acres Nursing Home and was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church St. Clairsville...

Jul 4, 2025

Mary Edra Braden, 96, of Columbus, Ohio formerly of Martins Ferry passed away Friday, July 4, 2025, at the home of her daughter surrounded by her family.  She was born October 18, 1928, in Martins Ferry, the daughter of the late Carl and Anna May (Boring) Cruise.

Mary retired from the former Wheeling Stamping Company as a...

Jun 28, 2025

Edward Joseph Stachyra, Jr., 77 of Bridgeport passed away Saturday, June 28, 2025, at Wheeling Hospital.  He was born May 12, 1948, in Wheeling, the son of the late Edward J. and Elizabeth Ann (Terhlen) Stachyra, Sr.

He was a retired coal miner with 28 years of service for the Consol Coal Company, working in both the...

Jun 28, 2025

Shaun Patrick Bruce, 62, of Lafferty passed away on June 28, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family.  He was born on July 18, 1962 in Rock Springs Wyoming to the late Maxine (Gilham) Brado.

Shaun was a city bus driver and dispatcher for the Ohio Valley Regional Transit Authority.  He attended the Bethesda Christian Church. ...

Jun 27, 2025

Patrick James "PJ" Kenefick, 45 of St. Clairsville, formerly of Steubenville passed away Friday, June 27, 2025, at the Wheeling Hospital surrounded by his family.  He was born November 10, 1979, the son of Patricia Kenefick and the late James Kenefick.

Patrick was Catholic by faith and a chef at the Ville Restaurant in Steubenville.  He was...

Jun 26, 2025

Gale May Carpenter, 65, of Bethesda, Ohio passed away on June 26, 2025 surrounded by her loving family at Wheeling Hospital.  She was born on May 28, 1960 to the late Thomas W. and Betty E. (Horner) Carpenter.

Gale was a volunteer who liked helping people.  She enjoyed caring for her rose bushes and playing bingo.  She...

Jun 24, 2025

Pauline Merle Boston 82, of Blaine passed away Tuesday June 24, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born June 21, 1943, in Wheeling, a daughter of the late Paul and Bessie (Finsley) Whorton.

Pauline was a housewife who loved spending time with her family, a methodist by faith, and she loved Arts...

Jun 20, 2025

Beloved husband, father, and friend, Martin "Marty" Lee Glasgow, Jr., 48, of Bethesda, Ohio passed away Friday, June 20, 2025.  He was born on August 28, 1976 in Wheeling, West Virginia to Martin Lee Glasgow, Sr. and the late Charlotte Ann (Briggs) Glasgow of Shadyside, Ohio.

Marty was an avid fisherman.  He loved nothing more than sharing...

Jun 20, 2025

Shirley Jean (Ehigh) Duch, 89 of Bellaire passed away Friday, June 20, 2025, at Rolling Hills Nursing Home.  She was born February 25, 1936, in Martins Ferry, the daughter of the late William and Angela (Rutar) Ehigh.

She was a retired press operator from Wheeling Closure Company.  She loved spending time with the love of her life,...

Jun 20, 2025

Shirley Ann Murray Beltz Dobkin, 91, passed away on Friday, June 20th at St. Anne's Hospital, Westerville, OH with her daughters by her side.  Shirley lived in Bellaire, OH before moving to Wheeling, WV in 1980 and most recently resided at The Inn at Walnut Trail, Sunbury, OH. She was born on February 23,1934 in Bellaire, Ohio to Ruth...

Jun 20, 2025

Emanuel M. Chacalos (Chaco/Nolly), 69, of Bridgeport, OH, passed away

suddenly on June 20, 2025. He was born on June 8, 1956, and was preceded in

death by his parents, Betty Rogers (Earl) and Icaros "Zeke" Chacalos; his

nephew, David Coulson; and his brother-in-law, Sid Poulos.

Left to cherish his memory...

Jun 20, 2025

Richard A. Beaver Sr, 64 of Wheeling passed away Friday, June 20, 2025, at Wheeling Hospital.  He was born February 15, 1961, Wheeling, the son of the late Edward and Elizabeth (Yurzack) Beaver.

Ricky was a retired maintenance superintendent for the Village of Brookside.

Left to cherish his memory are his son Richard (Jennifer Hall)...

Jun 19, 2025

Emma (Habig) Billingsley, 92 of Rayland passed away Thursday, June 19, 2025, at her residence.  She was born September 26, 1932, in Boydsville/Bridgeport, OH, the daughter of the late Lawrence and Syvilla (Rose) Habig.

Emma was a devoted member of the Rayland United Methodist Church, she loved gardening, and spending time with her family.  She gave unconditional...

Jun 18, 2025

Justin Ray Nisperly, born October 25, 1986, of Bellaire OH, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at home surrounded by his family at the young age of 38 after a courageous 3-year battle with cancer.

He is survived by his parents Larry and Lisa Nisperly and his siblings; Amy Bandy (Tom), Steven Nisperly (Kelli), and...

Jun 17, 2025

Monika Louise Marshall, 82, of Bridgeport, passed away Tuesday, June 17, 2025, in Cumberland Point Nursing Center. She was born on July 26, 1942, in Berlin, Germany. Monica enjoyed cooking, canning, gardening, and loved all animals.

She is survived by a son, Christopher (Rachell) Vermillon; and two grandsons, Tyler and Aaron Vermillon.

Monika was preceded...

Jun 16, 2025

Kandy G. (Smith) Gavlick, 60 of Lansing passed away peacefully on Monday, June 16, 2025, with her loving husband Bill by her side.   She was born March 2, 1965, in Martins Ferry, the daughter of Margaret Faulkner and the late Kenneth G. Smith.

She was a Christian by faith and was a Hair Stylist by trade.  She...

Jun 13, 2025

Gerald Anthony Lattocha Sr, 88, of Wolfhurst, passed away Friday, June 13, 2025, in Forest Hills Care Center. He was born on October 21, 1936, in Martins Ferry, a son of the late Steve and Margaret (Stopski) Lattocha. Gerald was a member of the East Richland Friends Church and served his country in the United States Army. He enjoyed...

Jun 12, 2025

Earl Eugene Corder, 80, of Belmont, Ohio passed away on June 12, 2025.  He was born on July 30, 1944 to the late Floyd E. Corder, Sr. and Marie (Raabe) Corder.

Earl retired as a heavy equipment operator.  He enjoyed mowing the lawn and tinkering in the garage.  He liked traveling and camping.  He loved being with...

Jun 10, 2025

Betty Lee Davis Lucas, 93, of Lewis Center, Ohio, formerly of Beallsville, Ohio (New Castle Community), passed away Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at her residence.  She was born June 5, 1932 in the house that became the "Old Homeplace" near New Castle to John and Ellen (Kinney) Davis.  Though she never graduated from high school, she received a doctorate...